Very Good
#637 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Top 26% in state
Spruce Street Elementary School
Elementary School · Lakewood Township School District
90 SPRUCE STREET, Lakewood, NJ 08701
Enrollment
249
Student-Teacher
6.4:1
Score
7.5
Grades
1st – 1st
Enrollment
249
Student-Teacher
6.4:1
Score
7.5
Grades
1st – 1st
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#637 of 2,466
In Lakewood
#6 of 9
public schools
In district
#5 of 8
Lakewood Township School District
School environment
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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Spruce Street Elementary School
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About Spruce Street Elementary School
Spruce Street Elementary School is a public elementary school in Lakewood, NJ, part of Lakewood Township School District. Spruce Street Elementary School serves approximately 249 students, and covers grades 1st-1st, and has a 6.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Spruce Street Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #637 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for Spruce Street Elementary School show 68% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2011) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2011).
- This school 7.5 · Very Good
- District avg 7.4
- NJ avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 6.4:1 students to teachers, Spruce Street Elementary School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Spruce Street Elementary School — Students at Spruce Street Elementary School score 50% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 14%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
95.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NJ EDFACTS (2010-11)
Based on 6 test records from NJ state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.4/10.
How Spruce Street Elementary School Compares
See how Spruce Street Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
90 SPRUCE STREET, Lakewood, NJ 08701
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Spruce Street Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Oak Street Elem School (rated 6.4/10, 0.1 miles away), a more accessible option. Another option is BAIS YAAKOV OF OCEAN CITY (rated 6.0/10, 0.9 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, BAIS HACHINUCH L'BANOS (rated 5.9/10, 0.2 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Lakewood, see our Lakewood schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Oak Street Elem School Lakewood | 0.1 mi | 6.4 |
| BAIS HACHINUCH L'BANOS Lakewood | 0.2 mi | 5.9 |
| TASHBAR OF LAKEWOOD Lakewood | 0.3 mi | 4.3 |
| MESIVTA NER MOSHE Lakewood | 0.3 mi | 4.4 |
| BAIS KAILA TORAH PREPARATORY HIGH SCHOOL FOR GIRLS Lakewood | 0.3 mi | 6.8 |
| MESIVTA OF CENTRAL JERSEY Lakewood | 0.5 mi | 5.7 |
| SCHOOL FOR CHILDREN WITH HIDDEN INTELLIGENCE Lakewood | 0.5 mi | 5.2 |
| BNOS DEVORAH Lakewood | 0.6 mi | 3.4 |
| BET YAAKOV OZ VEHADAR Lakewood | 0.6 mi | 5.7 |
| BNOT YISRAEL ELEMENTARY & HIGH SCHOOL Lakewood | 0.6 mi | 5.4 |
| SEPHARDIC BET YAAKOV Lakewood | 0.6 mi | 7.4 |
| YESHIVA BIRCHAS CHAIM Lakewood | 0.7 mi | 4.9 |
| MESIVTA NEZER HATORAH Lakewood | 0.8 mi | 4.9 |
| CONGREGATION YESHIVA YESODEI Lakewood | 0.7 mi | 5.3 |
| CHEIN BAIS YAAKOV Lakewood | 0.7 mi | 4.1 |
| MEOROS BAIS YAAKOV Lakewood | 0.8 mi | 4.1 |
| BAIS YAAKOV OF OCEAN CITY Lakewood | 0.9 mi | 6.0 |
| BNOS PENINA Lakewood | 0.7 mi | 4.0 |
| YESHIVAT YAGDIL TORAH Lakewood | 0.8 mi | 3.8 |
| CONG. MIKOR HATORAH Lakewood | 0.8 mi | 6.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 08701 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$62,811
Median Home Value
$430,700
Median Rent
$1,701/mo
Population
136,784
College Educated
32.7%
Homeownership
50.8%
Avg Commute
25.3 min
Poverty Rate
24.7%
Median Age
18.2
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|---|---|
| Colonial Road School Franklin Lakes, NJ | 7.5 |
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| Gillette Elementary School Gillette, NJ | 7.5 |
| J. Garfield Jackson Sr. Academy East Orange, NJ | 7.5 |
| Logan Township Elementary School Logan Township, NJ | 7.5 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Spruce Street Elementary School
What grades does Spruce Street Elementary School serve?
Spruce Street Elementary School serves students in grades 1st through 1st.
How many students attend Spruce Street Elementary School?
Spruce Street Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 249 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Spruce Street Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Spruce Street Elementary School is 6.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Spruce Street Elementary School rank in NJ?
Spruce Street Elementary School ranks #637 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Spruce Street Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Spruce Street Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Spruce Street Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Spruce Street Elementary School has 68% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2011) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2011).
Is Spruce Street Elementary School a charter school?
No, Spruce Street Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Spruce Street Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Spruce Street Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Spruce Street Elementary School?
95.6% of students at Spruce Street Elementary School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 1st – 1st
- Enrollment
- 249
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 39
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 95.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Ocean County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 8.4%
- Phone
- (732) 905-3660
Resources & Links
District
Lakewood Township School District- District Enrollment
- 4,694
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $52,346
- District Rank
- #5 of 8
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